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WIW 1/12 and 1/13: Old Lady and Librarian

Yesterday I wore my Anthro purple tweed coat with faux fur collar (which I call my "old lady coat" in my mind because it just has that vibe for me). And today I wore my "librarian" outfit (BTW when I was little, I always said I wanted to be a librarian and an ice cream truck driver when I grew up). And of course, sensible shoes (bronze Born ballet flats) both days. What do you think, frumpy or fabulous? Or maybe a little of both--frumpalicious? And is the pattern mixing in the first outfit veering toward crazy cat lady territory?

I would echo what Isis said. I think the drapey neckline of the blouse is competing with the fur collar of the very cool old lady coat. And the librarian outfit is simple without being dull, which is awesome in my book.

I'm wondering if #1 violates the coat-skirt-length rule? Something is a little off, so that may be it. Otherwise, I love all the colors. Old ladies are awesome, because they still like to bring the fashion!

The librarian outfit is awesome all around - love the AF blouse to pieces!

I love all the pattern mixing in the first look... you are one stylish old lady! I do agree with some of the other ladies that something about the neckline proportions seems a little off, but I wouldn't worry about it too much - my hunch is that if you just wear the coat closed that will fix the problem.

And I love the librarian look! It reminded me that I actually have a plaid wool midi that's been neglected lately, so maybe I'll try copying you sometime soon.

Natalie, i just love both of these looks! I smile even thinking about them!

As Angie says, they really reflect your own unique style. Many flattering outfits you see out there would work very well for another person of similar shape and coloring. And that's great! But outfits like these ones - it's hard to imagine them having the same life and verve on anyone besides YOU, because of how very personal they are. It includes line, color, and so on but goes beyond that to reflect individual choice.

So daintily chic - on the verge of arty geek fantasy! How can I follow a Killer rating?! Your midis are simply ladylike perfection - and I love the cranberry drapey shirt and Anne Fontaine blouse! Not frumpalicious at all - quite true to your Demure Bombshell persona, but this time much further on the demure side of the spectrum...lol. I think these are tasteful but very interesting outfits! Your posts are so enjoyable and fun to learn from!